This is your filter setup

AprilAire 1210 cabinet

Use AprilAire cabinet media only for this cabinet setup.

Size20x25 Depth/typecabinet media UseAprilAire

Recommended starting point

AprilAire 210

MERV 11 is usually the safest starting point.

Higher MERV can improve filtration, but is not automatically better if your system cannot handle the added airflow resistance.

These filters fit

Compatible options

AprilAire 210

Usual safest starting recommendation.

MERV 11AprilAire cabinet mediaSize 20x25

Open

AprilAire 213

Higher filtration direction. Confirm airflow fit.

MERV 13AprilAire cabinet mediaSize 20x25

Open

AprilAire 216

Highest filtration option. Confirm airflow fit first.

MERV 16AprilAire cabinet mediaSize 20x25

Open

When to replace

AprilAire MERV 11/13 filters should be checked around 6 months; many systems can go up to 12 months depending on use. AprilAire MERV 16 is generally about 6 months.

Higher MERV note

Higher MERV can improve filtration, but is not automatically better if your system cannot handle the added airflow resistance.

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